REPRESENTING MEMBERS SINCE 1961
Founded in 1961, the United Kingdom Tenpin Bowing Operators (UKTBO) promotes tenpin bowling, represent the interests of our members and helps to raise the profile of bowling throughout the country.
Originally known as the Tenpin Bowling Proprietors’ Association of Great Britain (TBPA), we are an umbrella organisation is now firmly established as the official trade association for the tenpin bowling industry in the UK.
Join today and benefit from being part of a close network of tenpin bowling operators and trade members with unrivalled expertise – from bowling machines, and tenpin bowling lanes to bowling products and equipment.
Be part of the UKTBO and rub shoulders with the biggest names in the industry – from major brands to independent operators and trade members.
Hollywood Bowl Group plc is a leading international leisure operator of ten-pin bowling and mini-golf centres.
More than just bowling, Tenpin offer karaoke, laser tag, and escape rooms - fun and entertainment for everyone!
At Superbowl UK we’re proud to identify ourselves as the UK’s Ultimate Family Entertainment Centre.
With retro bowling lanes, luxury karaoke booths, cocktail bars and restaurants serving up American comfort food.
NAMCO funscapes offer a lot more than tenpin bowling and are truly offering family entertainment on a grand style.
Boutique bowling alley. Bowl, play, feast and drink. Lose yourself. All. Night. Long. Lane7 brings it, so will you.
Disco Bowl is an innovative operator of fun, exciting, entertaining and vibrant venues catering for both the family and adult.
Responsible for more than 3,700 bowling lanes and 150 bowling centres, members of UKTBO can proudly boast a far-reaching impact throughout Great Britain.
As well as a wide geographical membership spread, all three major bowling equipment suppliers are members.
We encourage high standards of business practices through a voluntary Code of Practice and work closely with local and national Government, and independent organisations, to help our members be compliant under UK law and leisure regulations.
Get in touch with us at enquiries@uktbo.co.uk to find out more
Influence Your Sector
We are the voice of the Tenpin Bowling industry. Members can liaise directly with Industry Sub Groups and those involved in lobbying.
Support
Should a problem occur, you can be assured that we’re in your corner. We can provide advice or put you in touch with another Member who can help..
Extend Your Knowledge
Want to find out how others in the industry solve their challenges? Just ask our team. We can help you or put you in touch with a Member who can.
Send Out The Right Message
Show your customers, insurers and regulators that you belong to a Trade Association with a respected reputation for social responsibility.
Raising The Profile Of Tenpin Bowling
As a Member you will have your sites listed on our “gotenpin.co.uk” website which features high in searches and provides direct links to your website.
If you want to open a bowling alley or find out more about how to run a bowling alley franchise, the UKTBO can offer invaluable resources and guidance – including market insights and customer preferences.
Looking to build a bowling alley from scratch? Our experienced trade members can offer advice on design, layout optimisation, bowling alley maintenance and more!
Our bowling product distributors are also on hand to help bowling alley owners deliver a fun and enjoyable bowling experience for people of all ages.
Be part of a mutually-beneficial relationship and join the UKTBO today!
